In the forestry Grünau near to Berlin, there is cultivated an almost forgotten tradition - the work with horses. Horse logging is more frequently used again in the nature-near forestry to preserve the woodland.
By using heavy equipment instead the soil would be compacted, the ability to absorb water would be reduced and young trees would be destroyed. Instead of fuel, they get hay and instead of exhaust gas, only some horse droppings are left behind.
The horse leaders are in close contact with their horses and always work in the same teams. Their work is based on trust, tranquillity and respect for the performance of these animals. They are able to pull up to 400 kg of weight. Janine Birkholz and Robert Springer are the horse loggers in the forestry Grünau. Janine is one of the very few women in Germany who work in this job.